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See AllWalmart’s embrace of vision-testing kiosks prompts massive student protest
Following concerning Eyebot rollout, more than 1,000 optometry students nationwide seek answers on giant mega-retailer’s commitment to patient health and safety.
Optometry increasingly shoulders medical eye care as ophthalmology shrinks
The surgical specialty faces an overall net decline in workforce as optometry grows parallel to ballooning demand for eye care services in the U.S.
AOA continues to advocate for student loan flexibility amidst changes
AOA action ensures optometry remains classified as a professional degree under federal loan rules.
